In Episode 27 of the Hike Files Podcast, host Kurt Zitzelman discusses a recent backpacking trip to the Black Forest Trail in Pennsylvania's Algerine Wild Area, sharing experiences from both a July 2023 and November 2021 journey. He also addresses a comment received on his YouTube channel, emphasizing the importance of positivity and support within the outdoor community. Kurt reflects on his approach to handling negative feedback and invites others to engage constructively, whilst recounting memorable moments from his hiking adventures.

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Videos

• BFT: North Loop Part 1: https://youtu.be/w_lYc-NRphc?si=ICqu5kcncSsrcujl
• BFT: North Loop Part 2: https://youtu.be/aVX_kHNSAVA?si=h0DK17Egk2IbP8oI
• BFT: Algerine Wild Area: https://youtu.be/gSvUfVCMOos?si=e282TDTB2phpojmV

Music

Track: "Above And Below"

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00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:12 Change of Plans: No Interviews

00:45 The YouTube Comment Incident

02:01 Revisiting the Black Forest Trail

07:34 The Loudest Camp Neighbors Ever

12:55 Responding to the Comment

23:44 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

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